Podcasts about prs global open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, the team from Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Illinois discuss how free AI tools can be used to convert plastic surgical textbooks into podcasts. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "Source-grounded Artificial Intelligence–Driven Transfer of Plastic Surgery Textbooks to Podcasts: Creation of Content and Trainee Satisfaction" by Iulianna Taritsa, Parul Rai, Anitesh Bajaj, Hannah Soltani and Arun K. Gosain. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/12000/source_grounded_artificial_intelligence_driven.21.aspx Dr. Arun Gosain is Professor of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine at the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Illinois. Hannah Soltani is senior medical student at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Lulianna Taritsa is a plastic surgery resident at the Cleveland Clinic. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this Leveling Up episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. Justine Lee talked about how she approaches research, how she developed the planning process for adult facial feminization surgeries, what a porcupine forehead guide is, the multidisciplinary Gender Health program for adults at UCLA, the tension between doing surgeries the same way each time and improving the process, the standardized room setup and timed surgical sequencing that she uses for these surgeries, how she uses a female skull to plan the necessary bony changes in adult facial feminization surgery, her switch to preservation rhinoplasty and the use of cadaveric cartilage in rhinoplasty, and the use of prehabilitation to decrease opioid use and improve outcomes. She also discussed her new fellowship at UCLA, how she avoids tunnel vision and keeps herself honest with on-table results during cases, what WWGD means, and her love of Star Trek. Read a classic "PRS Global Open" article by Dr. Lee and co-authors, "Simplifying Facial Feminization Surgery Using Virtual Modeling on the Female Skull": https://bit.ly/Simplifying_FFS_Lee  Dr. Justine Lee is a Professor and Associate Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine in Los Angeles, California. She holds the Bernard G. Sarnat Endowed Chair in Craniofacial Biology. Dr. Lee attended UCLA for her undergraduate studies, then completed medical school, a PhD, and Plastic Surgery residency at the University of Chicago. She returned to UCLA as a craniofacial fellow, and then stayed on as a member of the faculty. Dr. Lee serves as the Experimental Section Editor for the journal "Plastic Reconstructive Surgery," and serves as the chair of the Plastic Surgery Research Council. She received the 2016 UCLA Plastic Surgery Faculty Teaching award. Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Andrea Moreira, renowned plastic surgeon, breast reconstruction expert, and global health advocate, to explore the remarkable journey behind her career and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Dr. Moreira shares the personal story behind why she chose medicine, what it was like training at the University of Pará in Brazil, and the emotional and professional challenges of repeating medical school after moving to the United States. She walks us through the differences she observed between residency training in Brazil and the U.S., her path through two residencies at the Cleveland Clinic, and her progression into leadership roles at major institutions including the Cleveland Clinic and UPMC, where she now serves as Director of Innovation for Breast Reconstruction Services and Chief of Plastic Surgery at Magee Women's Hospital. We dive into her cutting-edge work in robotic-assisted microsurgery, breast neurotization, and direct-to-implant reconstruction, as well as her experiences in research, teaching, and global health missions. Dr. Moreira also opens up about the mentors who shaped her career, how she and her husband navigate life as a dual-physician couple, and how trainees can identify the right program or environment for their stage of development. Whether you're a medical student, resident, or aspiring plastic surgeon, Dr. Moreira offers thoughtful advice on when, and how, to get involved, the value of microsurgery training, and what she wishes more young surgeons knew. A candid, inspiring conversation with one of the field's most forward-thinking leaders. Read a recent classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Moreira and co-authors, "Learning Curve Analysis for Robotic-assisted Harvest of Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap": https://bit.ly/Robotic_DIEP_GOX   Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 4 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.  #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Sebastien Lalonde from the University of Missouri discusses the findings of his scoping review into evidence-based perioperative management of free flap patients. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "Perioperative Care of Free Flap Patients: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence" by Aaron Voshage and Sebastian Lalonde. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/10000/perioperative_care_of_free_flap_patients__a.40.aspx Dr. Lalonde is an orthopaedic hand and microvascular surgeon University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia, Missouri Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Babak Mehrara, an internationally recognized leader in oncologic reconstruction and Chief of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Mehrara shares the remarkable journey that shaped his career, beginning with his move from Iran to the United States and the path that led him into medicine.   We explore how Dr. Mehrara chose his medical school, the mentors who influenced his development, and the pivotal moments that guided him toward plastic surgery. Dr. Mehrara offers a candid look at the personalities within different surgical subspecialties, how he thinks about broadening or narrowing a practice, and why he believes plastic surgery holds unique value within the field of medicine.   Dr. Mehrara opens up about what keeps him grounded outside of the operating room, and he discusses the "buddy system" he pioneered to foster healthier, more effective teamwork in high-stakes clinical environments.   With more than 400 peer-reviewed publications, leadership roles at MSK, Weill Cornell Medical College, and the NIH-funded Lymphatic Biology Lab, as well as his current service as President of The Plastic Surgery Foundation (2025–2026), Dr. Mehrara brings a rare blend of clinical and scientific insight to this conversation—offering inspiration and guidance for trainees, surgeons, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of reconstructive care.   Read a recent PRS Global Open article by Dr. Mehrara and co-authors, "Thigh-based Breast Reconstruction: A Decade of Experience With the Diagonal Upper Gracilis Flap": bit.ly/DUG_Flap_10_Yrs_Mehrara     Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 4 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In the episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Kari Keys and JulieAnn Uh from the University of Washington discuss the management of closed degloving injuries, commonly known as Morel Lavallee lesions.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "The Underreported Benefits of Surgical Intervention for Chronic Sequelae of Closed Degloving Injuries: A Case Series" by JulieAnn H Uh and Kari A. Keys. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/12000/the_underreported_benefits_of_surgical.12.aspx Dr. Kari Keys is a board-certified plastic surgeon and chief of the division of plastic surgery at the University of Washington. Julie Ann Uh is a medical student at the University of Washington. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this Leveling Up episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. Devinder Singh talked about balancing the role of being a surgeon and a Division Chief, how he went about growing and rejuvenating the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Miami, the differences between a community hospital and academic hospital setting, why he enjoys doing the job of a circulating nurse, his unique experience being the chair of the Maryland State Medical Board, his approach to pre-pectoral implant based breast reconstruction, why he thinks negative pressure therapy is helpful in reducing complications, how he salvages infected implant based reconstruction, why chief residents need more time in the clinic rather than the OR, and the special quality assurance conference format he has instituted at Miami.   Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Dr. Singh reports consulting relationships with Solventum and IC Surgical; several products from these companies were discussed in this episode.   Read a classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Singh and co-authors, "The Efficacy of Single-Application NPWTi-d for the Salvage of Infected Breast Prostheses: A Multi-Center Study": https://bit.ly/npwti-d-salvage   Dr. Devinder Singh is the Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System and a professor of surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Previously he was the Chief and Medical Director of Plastic Surgery at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis and a faculty member at the University of Maryland School of medicine and Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Singh completed medical school at Columbia University, and a combined plastic surgery residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. He has previously served as the Chair of the Board of Physicians of the State of Maryland. He has also served as chair of the ASPS legislative advocacy committee, and on the board of governors for PlastyPac, and the ASPS judicial council.   Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Arun Gosain and Dr Gabrielle Rodriguez discuss the efficacy of antifibrinolytic agents in decreasing blood loss in infant patients undergoing minimally invasive surgery for craniosynostosis.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "Benefits of Antifibrinolytics in Minimally Invasive Surgical Repair of Single-suture Craniosynostosis"  by Gabrielle C. Rodriguez, Anitesh Bajaj, Parul Rai, Morgan A. Gamble, Emily George, Umer Qureshi, Taylor G. Hallman and Arun K. Gosain Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/11000/benefits_of_antifibrinolytics_in_minimally.22.aspx Dr. Arun Gosain is Professor of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine at the Ann and Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago in Illinois. Dr. Gabrielle Rodriguez is a research fellow at The Gosain Plastic Surgery and Craniofacial Biology Laboratory. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, recorded live at PSTM 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana,  we sat down Dr. Kevin C. Chung, one of the most influential figures in modern plastic and hand surgery. Dr. Chung is the William C. Grabb Distinguished University Professor of Surgery and the Charles B. G. De Nancrede Professor of Surgery at the University of Michigan. A globally respected surgeon-scientist, he has authored more than 850 peer-reviewed papers, 600 book chapters, and 41 textbooks, and served as the 7th Editor-in-Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His leadership roles span the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and the Plastic Surgery Foundation, among many others.   We explore Dr. Chung's personal journey into medicine, beginning with whether he always envisioned becoming a doctor and what alternate career paths he once considered. He reflects on the mentors who guided him toward plastic surgery and shares how his training experiences: from general surgery in Texas, to plastic surgery at the University of Michigan, to hand surgery at the renowned Curtis National Hand Center, shaped his philosophy as a surgeon and educator.   Dr. Chung shares thoughtful reflections on the contrasts he has observed between practicing medicine in America moving from Singapore, and he discusses the pivotal moment that led him to specialize in hand surgery. He also talks about how surgeons can recognize when it may be appropriate to narrow or refine their scope of practice. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Chung opens up about what keeps him grounded outside of medicine and the philosophy he follows to prevent burnout throughout a demanding and highly productive career. Tune in for rare insight and invaluable perspective from one of plastic surgery's most accomplished leaders.   Read a recent classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Chung and co-authors, "Out-of-pocket Costs and Total Payments for Common Congenital Hand Difference Procedures": https://bit.ly/Congenital-Hand-Costs-Chung   Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 4 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Paul Ghareeb discusses the important of research productivity (presentations and publications) to the career prospects of medical students, residents and attending surgeons alike.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "How to Boost Research Productivity: An American Council of Educators in Plastic Surgery Cross-sectional Survey" by Shannon Su, Ambika Menon, Christopher Stewart, Hannah Jones and Paul Ghareeb. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/11000/how_to_boost_research_productivity__an_american.5.aspx Dr. Paul Ghareeb is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this Leveling Up episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. Tormod Westvik talked about his diverse journey through the world of plastic surgery—from navigating residency training programs in America, Norway, and Australia to balancing algorithmic decision-making with highly individualized patient care. He shares why returning to first principles is essential in every clinical encounter, how serving as Section Editor for Case Reports in PRS Global Open has reshaped his surgical thinking, and the leadership lessons he carries forward from his mentors. Dr. Westvik also offers a memorable glimpse into his life outside the OR—including the surprising tool he uses to slice pizzas.   Read a classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Chuang and co-authors, "The Value of Case Reports in Plastic Surgery: An Analysis of 68,444 Articles across Six Major Plastic Surgery Journals": https://bit.ly/Value_of_PS_Case_Reports   Dr. Tormod Westvik is a board-certified plastic surgeon and an Associate Professor in the department of plastic surgery at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. He completed medical school at the University of Oslo in 2001, followed by general surgery residency at Yale New Haven Hospital, and a plastic surgery residency at Harvard University. He returned to Norway where he became the Chief of Plastic Surgery and Program Director of the plastic surgery training program at Telemark Hospital Health Trust. After 12 years practicing in Norway, he spent a year in Queensland, Australia, returning to Yale in April 2025. He is the past president of the Norwegian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the past vice president of the Norwegian Association for Plastic Surgeons, the Norwegian representative to the ASPS Global Leadership Forum, the Section Editor for case reports at Plastic Reconstructive Surgery Global Open, and a member of multiple committees within ASPS. Dr. Westvik has a broad plastic surgery practice including breast reconstruction, hand surgery, body contouring and facial aesthetic surgery, and general reconstruction. He is also leading the storied melanoma program at Yale, founded in 1976 by Dr. Stephan Ariyan.   Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Niamh Corduff discusses biostimulators such as poly-L-lactic acid, polycaprolactone, and calcium hydroxylapatite and how they enhance aesthetic outcomes.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "The Immunologic Spectrum of Biostimulators and Its Clinical Importance" by Niamh Corduff and Kate Goldie. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/08000/the_immunologic_spectrum_of_biostimulators_and_its.31.aspx Dr. Niamh Corduff is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Melbourne, Australia. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, we sit down with Professor Venkat Ramakrishnan, a globally respected plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over four decades of experience.   Known for his pioneering work in microsurgical breast reconstruction, Prof. Ramakrishnan has performed more than 1,500 DIEP and TUG flap procedures and currently leads the Breast Reconstruction Service at the renowned St. Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns in Chelmsford, UK. His private practice spans Brentwood and Southend-on-Sea, and he continues to be a leading figure in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as a mentor through his fellowship program and professorship at Anglia Ruskin University.   In this conversation, Prof. Ramakrishnan shares the personal and professional journey that led him into plastic surgery, including his decision to train in Australia to build an independent career, rather than follow in the footsteps of his father, a prominent plastic surgeon in India. We explore his international training experience across India, Australia, and the United States, and how these shaped his unique surgical perspective and relentless focus on efficiency in the operating room. He also offers insight into managing work-life balance, a topic particularly resonant for younger surgeons navigating demanding careers.   We round out the discussion with Prof. Ramakrishnan's views on the role of AI in plastic surgery—where he sees both promise and limitations—and reflections on the moment he considers his proudest professional achievement. With warmth, honesty, and a wealth of experience, Prof. Ramakrishnan offers invaluable lessons for surgeons at every stage of their careers. Read a classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Ramakrishnan and co-authors, "The "Needle-splint" Technique: A Method of Accurate Apposition and Eversion during Microvascular Anastomosis": https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2020/01000/the__needle_splint__technique__a_method_of.29.aspx   Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 4 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Manfred Schmidt and Dr. Sandra Feldler discuss microsurgical reconstruction of pediatric lawn mower foot injuries.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "Microsurgical Foot Reconstruction in Children Affected by Lawn Mower Injury" by Sandra Feldler, Sandra Scharfetter, Lorenz Pisecky, Manuel Gahleitner, Gottfried Wechselberger and Manfred Schmidt. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/08000/microsurgical_foot_reconstruction_in_children.13.aspx Dr. Manfred Schmidt is the head of department of plastic surgery at Kepler University Hospital.  Dr. Sandra Feldler is a plastic surgery trainee at Kepler University Hospital. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this Leveling Up episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, recorded live at PSTM 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. David Chwei-Chin Chuang discussed his career in nerve surgery, the importance of accurate diagnosis in brachial plexus reconstruction, and how he goes about documenting his evaluations and his surgeries, how he treats patients with aberrant motor reinnervation and synkinesis in the face and upper extremity, his approach to counseling patients before these complex surgeries, how to prevent burnout, and the future of nerve surgery. Dr. Chuang was joined by his nerve fellow Dr. Jing Tay, who provided insights into his experience working with Dr. Chuang, and the differences in the training models he has experienced in Taiwan and England.   Read a classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Chuang and co-authors, "Postparalysis Facial Synkinesis Clinical Classification and Surgical Strategies":  https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2015/03000/postparalysis_facial_synkinesis__clinical.7.aspx    Dr. Chuang is a Professor of Surgery at Wan Fang Hospital in Taipei, Taiwan. He earned his medical degree from Kaohsiung Medical College in Taiwan and completed his internship and general surgery residency at the Veterans General Hospital in Taipei. He did a plastic surgery residency under Dr. Samuel Noordhoff at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei, followed by extensive fellowship training with Dr. Terzis in Virginia, Dr. Narakas in Lausanne, Switzerland, Dr. Millesi in Vienna, Austria, and Dr. Kondo in Taiwan. He worked at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei as a Professor of Surgery until 2024, and then joined the Wan Fang Hospital.   Dr. Jing Tay is a nerve reconstruction fellow working with Professor David Chuang at Wan Fang Hospital. He trained in plastic surgery in Oxford, England, and holds a PhD in Biomedical sciences and an executive MBA. He is the current Chair of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons International Residents Forum and serves as the UK's national trainee lead for the lymphedema special interest group.   Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Antonio Distefano discusses his review of deep plane facelift cases. The deep plane facelift has gained popularity in recent years, however it may not be optimal for some patients, leading to early recurrence of soft tissue ptosis.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: "Feasibility and Current Applications of the Symani Surgical System: A Systematic Review" by Giuseppe Colombo, Andrea Dotto and Antonio Distefano. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/06000/critical_review_of_a_series_of_78_surgical_facial.70.aspx Dr. Antionio Distefano is a plastic surgeon with practices at the Rigenera Clinic in Milan and Canary Islands in Spain. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, A/Prof Sydney Ch'ng discusses the emerging role of robots in microsurgical reconstruction.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Feasibility and Current Applications of the Symani Surgical System: A Systematic Review” by Yu Jin Jeong, Amanda E. Yung, Daniel Steffens, Sophie Hogan, Jonathan R. Clark and Sydney Ch'ng. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com:  https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/07000/feasibility_and_current_applications_of_the_symani.28.aspx A/Prof Ch'ng is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon affiliated with Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, the University of Sydney and Chris O'Brien Lifehouse. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Edward Luce discusses the potential for artificial intelligence to solve the issues in plastic surgery resident education and training.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Artificial Intelligence and Plastic Surgery Resident Education” by Edward Luce Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/07000/artificial_intelligence_and_plastic_surgery.49.aspx Dr. Edward Luce is a plastic surgeon at the Adjunct Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jesse Selber, a trailblazer in plastic surgery and a bold leader shaping the future of healthcare. With a career that spans cutting-edge clinical innovation, high-impact leadership, and groundbreaking surgical achievements, including the world's first robotic plastic surgery program and a historic multi-organ transplant. Dr. Selber offers a rare perspective at the intersection of medicine, technology, and strategy.  Currently serving as Interim Chief Medical Officer and Chief of Surgical Services at Corewell Health East, Dr. Selber shares his journey into plastic surgery, his thoughts on the evolving relationship between reconstructive and aesthetic work, and what it means to be an “intuitive surgeon.” We also dive deep into his leadership philosophy: the mentors who shaped him, how he adapts his leadership style across roles, and what it takes to unify teams behind ambitious goals. From robotics to AI, from building surgical programs to transforming entire health systems, Dr. Selber reflects on the innovations he's championed, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Whether you're a surgeon, healthcare leader, or someone curious about the future of medicine, this conversation will leave you inspired and informed. Tune in for a powerful conversation with one of the most visionary minds in modern surgery. Read a recent PRS Global Open article by Dr. Selber and co-authors, “An Updated Classification: Important Branching and Perforator Patterns in Robotic-assisted Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery Perforator Flaps”: https://bit.ly/GOX_Robotic-DIEP_Selber  Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 4 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery. #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Neta Adler and Dr. Bar Davidov discuss their experience with all aspects of non-breast tissue expansion. How do patient age, expander location and the cause of the defect influence the outcome?  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Risk Assessment for Early Complications in Non-breast Tissue Expansion: 9-year Experience With 308 Tissue Expanders” by Bar Davidov, Ayal Hassidim, Shira Bendor, Alexander Margulis and Neta Adler. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/05000/risk_assessment_for_early_complications_in.60.aspx Dr. Neta Adler is a plastic surgeon at the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Centre in Jerusalem, Israel. Dr. Bar Davidov is a senior surgical resident at the Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Centre in Jerusalem, Israel. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Damian Marucci sits down with Editor-in-Chief Dr. Jeffrey Janis, the other PRS Global Open Podcast editors and the core of the editorial team to discuss the multifaceted, multimedia nature of modern groundbreaking scientific journals - like PRS Global Open.   Dr. Jeffrey Janis is the Editor in-Chief of PRS Global Open and professor of plastic surgery at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centre. Dr. Puru Nagarkar is a podcast consulting editor and host of leveling up and Associate Professor of Plastic surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Centre in Dallas. Dr. Vimal Gokani is a podcast consulting editor for PRS Global Open, host of Giants of Plastic Surgery podcast and a plastic surgery at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in London. Isiah Donnell Moore is the Managing Editor of PRS Global Open. Aaron Weinstein is the Editorial Director of PRS and PRS Global Open. Maddy Ramos is the Senior Coordinator for Digital Media and Communities for PRS Global Open. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. Hari Venkatramani, one of India's foremost plastic and reconstructive surgeons, uncovers the human story behind the scalpel. From growing up in various cities due to his father's career as an air marshal, to the formative lessons that shaped his resilience and adaptability, Dr. Venkatramani reflects on how early experiences have guided his professional journey. He opens up about what initially drew him to the intricate world of plastic surgery, the personal joys he finds in the operating room, and the fulfillment that comes from changing lives -- often in the most critical of moments.    We also explore the personal side of his story -- how he met his wife, how he balances intense professional demands with life outside the hospital, and what he believes is his most meaningful contribution to the specialty. It's an honest, engaging, and inspiring conversation that offers a rare glimpse into the mind and heart of a world-renowned surgeon. Whether you're in medicine, leadership, or simply looking for motivation, this episode is packed with insight and humanity.   Read a classic PRS Global Open case report by Dr. Venkatramani, “Reconstruction of a Monodactylous Hand with Microsurgical Free Foot-to-Hand Transfer in Split-Hand/Split-Foot Malformation with Tibial Aplasia”: https://bit.ly/GOX20_Monodactylous_Hand    Dr. Hari Venkatramani, MBBS, MS, MCh, DNB, EDHS, is a Senior Consultant in Plastic and Trauma Reconstructive Surgery at the internationally acclaimed Ganga Hospital in Coimbatore. A pioneering figure in reconstructive microsurgery and nerve surgery, he currently serves as Vice-President of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI), President-Elect of the Indian Society for Peripheral Nerve Surgery, and Secretary of both the Indian Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery and the Brachial Plexus Surgery Group of India.   His academic and clinical contributions span over 200 national and international presentations, numerous awards including the prestigious Dr. S. Raja Sabapathy Leadership Award and multiple best paper prizes, and visiting professorships at institutions like NYU and the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Venkatramani's areas of expertise include complex limb trauma, brachial plexus injuries, congenital hand reconstruction, and lymphedema surgery. His innovation in microsurgery, coupled with a deep commitment to teaching and research, has left a significant impact on the field -- not just in India, but globally.   Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 3 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #GiantsPlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Donald Hudson from Cape Town, South Africa discusses the use of autologous fat grafting to improve the success rate of delayed two stage breast reconstruction in irradiated patients.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “The Role of Autologous Fat Grafting in Delayed Breast Reconstruction Using Tissue Expanders” by Jasem Alshemeili, Bruce Lelala and Donald A. Hudson. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/05000/the_role_of_autologous_fat_grafting_in_delayed.68.aspx Dr. Donald Hudson is in private practice in Cape Town and was the former head of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Scott Bartlett discusses the long-term outcomes for babies born with congenital ear deformations treated with molding devices. He discusses the indications, uses, and outcomes stemming from his 10 year experience with these devices  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Long-term Outcomes of Infant Ear Molding: A 10-year Single-Surgeon Experience” by Meagan Wu, Ashley E. Chang, Alana M. Platukus, Benjamin B. Massenburg, China N. Byrns, Dominic J. Romeo, Jinggang J. Ng, Jordan W. Swanson, Jesse A. Taylor and Scott P. Bartlett. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/04000/long_term_outcomes_of_infant_ear_molding__a.39.aspx Dr. Scott Bartlett is the Mary Downs Endowed Chair in Craniofacial Research and Treatment at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Disclosure: Dr Bartlett is the founder and partial owner of Talexmedical, the maker of InfantEar, a product discussed in the podcast. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open keynotes podcast, Sarah Huang and Dr. Bishoy Soliman discuss a case of successful breast reconstruction with a bipedicled DIEP flap in a patient with a history of abdominal surgery.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Breast Reconstruction with Bipedicled DIEP Flap from an Irradiated and Scarred Abdomen” by Sarah S. Huang, Harrison Garrett, James French, Frank Hsieh and Bishoy Soliman. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/04000/breast_reconstruction_with_bipedicled_diep_flap.18.aspx Sarah Huang is a plastic surgery registrar. Dr. Bishoy Soliman is a consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open keynotes podcast, Dr. Vicki McClure and Dr. Mansoor Mirkazemi discuss the cost-effective removal of ruptured silicone breast implants when patented devices are not available.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Practical Method for Removal of Silicone Breast Implants” by Vicki McClure and Mansoor Mirkazemi. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/04000/practical_method_for_the_removal_of_silicone.29.aspx Dr. Vicki McClure is a plastic surgery registrar. Dr. Mansoor Mirkazemi is consultant plastic surgeon at Monash Health in Victoria Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open keynotes podcast, Dr. William Magee and Dr. Priyanka Naidu discuss the challenges of developing evidence-based protocols for cleft lip and palate surgery.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Evolution of Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery and the Pursuit for Consensus on Standardized Algorithms of Care” by Priyanka Naidu, Alexander T. Plonkowski, Caroline A. Yao and William P. Magee III. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/03000/evolution_of_cleft_lip_and_palate_surgery_and_the.56.aspx Dr. Pryanka Naidu is a plastic surgery resident and a former Global Surgery Fellow at Operation Smile. Dr. William Magee is an Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery and board certified plastic surgeon and the Director of International programs for the Division of Plastic Surgery Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In the episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Antonio Porras discusses research highlighting the changes in cranial bone thickness and cranial bone density in patients with craniosynostosis and how that can reflect raised intracranial pressure.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Investigation of Cranial Bone Changes Indicative of Increased Intracranial Pressure in Diverse Phenotypes of Craniosynostosis” by Jasmine Chaij, Jiawei Liu, Brooke French, David Mirsky, Randy C. Miles, Marius George Linguraru, Phuong D. Nguyen, Allyson L. Alexander, Carsten Görg and Antonio R. Porras. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/03000/investigation_of_cranial_bone_changes_indicative.59.aspx Dr. Antonio Porras is a scientist at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. He is the Research Director of the Department of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstruct Surgery at the Children's Hospital in Colorado. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Damini Tandon from Washington University discusses a framework for dealing with microaggression, macroaggression and gaslighting in the workplace. What are the best ways to deal with and grow from potentially negative interactions with colleagues and patients?   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Practicing Emotional Self-awareness to Build Surgeon Resilience” by Damini Tandon, Ruby L. Taylor, Christie Bialowas, Anna Rose Johnson, Jonah Orr, Abdullah Said, Kelly Currie, Marcie Feinmann, Clare H. Ridley and Susan E. Mackinnon. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/01000/practicing_emotional_self_awareness_to_build.75.aspx Dr. Tandon is the chief resident in the plastic surgery program at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr Lilly Wagner from the Mayo Clinic discusses risks factors for the development of ectropion following the management of skin cancers of the lower eyelid and midface with Moh's micrographic surgery. Negative orbital vector, larger defects, reconstructions requiring flap reconstruction were all associated with post operative ectropion.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Risk Factors for Ectropion After Lower Eyelid and Cheek Reconstruction Following Mohs Micrographic Surgery” by Jess D. Rames, Melissa M. Rames, Caroline Y. Yu, Nicole Sanchez Figueroa, Christeebela O. Akpala, Sara Hussein, Addison M. Demer, Basel A. Sharaf and Lilly H. Wagner. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/02000/risk_factors_for_ectropion_after_lower_eyelid_and.1.aspx Dr. Wagner is a board certified ophthalmologist, Assistant Professor and oculoplastic surgeon in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Aref Nassar from Beirut Lebanon discusses the ideal proportions of the earlobe and how the earlobe changes with aging. Non-surgical therapies as well as an algorithm for surgical management of earlobe elongation is presented.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Addressing Earlobe Elongation: A Systematic Review of Surgical Reduction Techniques in the Aging Population” by Aref Nassar, Carla Nassar, Elia Kassouf, Marc Aoude, Charbel El Feghaly and Marwan Nasr. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/02000/addressing_earlobe_elongation__a_systematic_review.55.aspx Dr. Aref Nassar is a senior Plastic Surgery Resident at the Hotel Dieu de France University Hospital, Saint Joseph University in Beirut, Lebanon. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, the team from Geissinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania discuss the importance of exercise in the life and wellbeing of plastic surgeons. Why is exercise important? What are the benefits? How can we fit exercise into our busy schedules?   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Importance of Exercise for Career Longevity: Maintaining Fitness, Strength, and Flexibility as a Plastic Surgeon” by Hunter M. Rogoff, Yasmeen M. Byrnes and Christian A. Kauffman. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/01000/importance_of_exercise_for_career_longevity_.74.aspx Dr. Hunter Rogoff and Dr. Yasmeen Byrnes are plastic surgery residents and Dr. Christian Kauffman is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Head of Department of Plastic Surgery at the Geisinger Medical Centre in Danville, Pennsylvania. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of ASPS.

This interview is another resource provided by DiepCFoundation.org specifically providing access to care for those affected by breast cancer. The slide presentation and interview are available on the Foundation educational channel for our listeners and followers who would like to access it at DiepCFoundation YouTube channel. We are discussing a topic that is often discussed in my community so I reached out to my guest to share her expertise on the repair of diastasis and recognizing what a hernia or bulge might look like after autologous breast reconstruction, specifically DIEP flaps. My guest is Dr. Kelsey McClure who practices with a team of other microsurgeons at Southwest Breast and Aesthetics in Phoenix, AZ. She is a board-certified plastic surgeon and holds certification with The American Board of Plastic Surgery. She is an active member of: The American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (ASRM) The American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons (MWSPS) AND the Arizona Society of Plastic Surgeons She has authored several research publications. Dr. McClure believes that shared decision- making is necessary to tailor a comprehensive aesthetic and reconstructive plan. We reference a PRS Global Open paper published by Dr. Arvind Gowda who has been a guest on a previous episode of the DiepCJourney podcast. The paper can be accessed through this open-source Journal here: Approach to DIEP Flap Pedicle Dissection via a Midline Fascial Incision Connect with Dr. Kelsey and her team across these platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southwestbreast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SWBreast          

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Jean Paul Brutus and Dr. Donald Lalonde discuss what you should and shouldn't say not only during surgery under local anaesthesia, but also before and after surgery.  Plastic surgery procedures performed under local anaesthesia have demonstrated improved efficiency, cost-effectiveness and patient satisfaction. But having a wide-awake patient hearing everything going on the operating room certainly changes the dynamic of the conversations being had.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Words to Avoid During Wide-awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet Surgery to Enhance Patient Experience” by Jean Paul Brutus, Natasha Barone, Kira Stolberg, Patricia Russell, and Donald H. Lalonde, Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/01000/words_to_avoid_during_wide_awake_local_anesthesia.45.aspx Dr. Jean Paul Brutus is plastic surgeon specializing in hand surgery in Montreal Canada. Dr. Don Lalonde is a Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at Dalhousie University and plastic surgeon in Saint John Canada. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Eric Wagner discusses the pros and cons of joint replacement and joint fusion for interphalangeal joint arthritis.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Utilization of Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty and Arthrodesis in the United States From 2010 to 2019” by Erica L. Smearman, Anthony L. Karzon, Hayden L. Cooke, Zaamin B. Hussain, Musab Gulzar, Nina Suh, Michael B. Gottschalk and Eric R. Wagner. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/01000/utilization_of_interphalangeal_joint_arthroplasty.54.aspx Dr. Eric Wagner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Justin Broyles from Harvard Medical School discusses how surgical drains impact the quality of life for patients. His recent study investigated patient reported outcome measures of breast reconstruction patients who had drains placed at the time of surgery.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Understanding the Impacts of Surgical Drains on Postoperative Pain and Quality of Life” by Goutam K. Gadiraju, Matthew R. Prospero, Finn Tobias, Andrew J. Malek, Erik Reiche and Justin M. Broyles. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2025/01000/understanding_the_impacts_of_surgical_drains_on.60.aspx Dr. Justin Broyles is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and board-certified plastic surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this special Resident Review episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Mohin Bhadkamkar discusses the sleep and work patterns for residents doing on-call from home.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Work Where You Live or Live Where You Work? Resident Work and Sleep Patterns While on “Home Call” by David T. Mitchell, Noa G. Koppin, Michael T. Talanker, Mohin A. Bhadkamkar, Erik S. Marques, Matthew R. Greives and David C. Hopkins. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2024/09000/work_where_you_live_or_live_where_you_work_.45.aspx Dr. Mohin Bhadkamkar is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UT Health in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hatan Mortada a plastic surgery resident at the King Soud University Medical City in Riyadh Saudi Arabia and a current Resident Ambassador for PRS Global Open. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Miles Pfaff and the team from the UCLA Irving Medical School discuss ways of decreasing the environmental footprint of surgery.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Interventions to Reduce Surgical Waste Burden: A Systematic Review” by Cindy Vu, Alejandra Ibarra-Vega, Christopher D. Yang, Karlos Manzanarez-Felix, Caleb L. Ting, Mikhail Pakvasa, Raj M. Vyas and Miles J. Pfaff. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com:  https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2024/08000/interventions_to_reduce_surgical_waste_burden__a.61.aspx Dr. Miles Pfaff is a plastic surgeon and associate professor of surgery at the University of California Irvine Campus. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Jarrod Bogue discusses the utility of three-dimensional planning in orthoplastic tumour resection and reconstruction.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “The Emerging Role of Three-dimensional Technologies in Orthoplastic Surgery” by Sarah E. Diaddigo, Myles N. LaValley, Alexander F. Dagi, Kevin Kuonqui, Yong Shen, Wakenda J. Tyler and Jarrod T. Bogue. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/3D-Ortho Dr. Bogue is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery at Columbia university in New York. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Edward Buchel discusses his research comparing fat necrosis rates in breast reconstruction with the DIEP and SIEA flaps.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Fat Necrosis in Single Perforator Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery and Superficial Epigastric Artery Perforator Free Flaps: A Prospective Randomized Study” by Rebecca L.R. Miller, Christopher M. Nguyen, Blair R. Peters, Leif Sigurdson, Thomas E.J. Hayakawa, Rae Spiwak, Kimberly Dalke and Edward W. Buchel. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/BrstRecon Dr. Edward Buchel is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, as well as being a Professor and Head of the Department of Surgery, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba, Canada. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, medical student Joseph Kaleeny discusses the diagnosis and management of pyogenic granulomas.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Pyogenic Granuloma Diagnosis and Management: A Practical Review” by Joseph Kaleeny and Jeffrey Janis. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/PGDiagnosis Joseph Kaleeny is a senior medical student at Touto University in New York. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Edoardo Raposio discusses the relationship between the Golden Ratio, the Fibonacci sequence and the ideal female buttock. The aesthetic ideal of the female buttock has changed through time, up to the present popularity of the Brazilian butt lift.    This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Relationship between the Ideal Female Buttock and the Golden Ratio” by Edoardo Raposio, Sara Brocca and Giorgio Raposio. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/IdealFemaleButt Dr. Edoardo Raposio is a Professor of Plastic Surgery and Director of the Plastic Surgery Section of the University of Genoa Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Ingrid Ganske and Dr. Cory Resnick discuss the need for post operative airway critical events and critical care requirements in patients with Robin sequence following cleft palate repair.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Airway Events and Critical Care Requirements in Patients with Robin Sequence after Palatoplasty” by Stephanie M. Cohen, Melissa Kanack, Lisa Nussbaum, Tyler T. Nguyen, Cory M. Resnick, Raymond Park, Faye Evans, Carolyn R. Rogers-Vizena and Ingrid M. Ganske. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com:https://bit.ly/RobinSequence Dr. Ingrid Ganske is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and attending plastic surgeon at Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Cory Resnick is an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School and attending oral and maxillofacial surgeon at Boston Children's Hospital. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Ines Lin discusses civilian gunshot wounds to the upper extremity. Following a 5 year review of upper limb gunshot wounds at a major urban trauma center, Dr Lin's outlines common injury patterns, surgical management and clinical outcomes.  This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “The Epidemiology, Management, and Outcomes of Civilian Gunshot Wounds to the Upper Extremity at an Urban Trauma Center” by Tessa E. Muss, Sophia Hu, Andrew R. Bauder and Ines C. Lin. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/UpperGunshot Dr. Ines Lin a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Frank Rosengaus discusses the non-invasive correction of jowls using fillers. The anatomy of the jowls and associated ligaments is discussed as well as Dr Rosengaus' "Happy Face" filler technique.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “JOLT: A Noninvasive Solution for the Correction of the Jowl” by Frank Rosengaus and Nathania Cardenas Sicilia. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/JOWL Dr. Frank Rosengaus is a facial plastic surgeon in private practice in Mexico City, Mexico. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Brett Janis from Strong Bridge Advisers discusses the importance of liquid financial assets to weather the storms of financial and professional uncertainty.   This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Why Liquidity Matters: A Financial Planning and Investment Discussion for Plastic Surgeons” by Brett A. Janis and Jordan D. Frey. Read it for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://journals.lww.com/prsgo/fulltext/2024/03000/why_liquidity_matters__a_financial_planning_and.50.aspx Brett Janis is a Principal at Strong Bridge Advisers in San Francisco and before that was a Senior Vice President of Asset Management at Wells Fargo, a Principal Associate at McKinsey, Director of Financial services at Price Waterhouse Coopers and a Senior policy advisor in the US Department of Treasury.| Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen; #KeynotesPodcast; #PlasticSurgery; Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery- Global Open

In this Leveling Up Episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. John Semple discusses his unusual pathway into medicine, three dimensional thinking, prepectoral breast reconstruction, the use of allograft and synthetic meshes, fat grafting in radiated breasts, some tips to make fat harvest easier, how to be a good mentor and a good leader, and how he got involved in climate science. Read a recent classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Semple and co-authors, “Patient Outcomes after Fat Grafting to the Radiated Chest Wall before Delayed Two-stage Alloplastic Breast Reconstruction”: https://bit.ly/SempleFatGrafting  Dr. John Semple is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto, and the head of the division of plastic surgery at Women's College Hospital. He is also an adjunct faculty member at the wilderness Medicine Program at Mass General Hospital in Boston, and an adjunct professor at the Ontario College of Art and Design, where was a former chair of the Board of Governors. He trained in art at OCAD and became a fully trained medical illustrator, then went into medicine, training in plastic surgery at the University of Toronto and then completing a microsurgery fellowship at the Toronto General Hospital. He is a past president of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, and received the Lavina Lickley Lifetime achievement award form the department of surgery at the University of Toronto. He also has a keen interest in mountaineering - and has been to Everest North Col 4 times, and has published numerous papers on the effects of climate change in the Himalayas.  Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Kyle Eberlin and Dr. Vlad Tereshenko discuss the latest advances in osseo integration for prosthetic reconstruction of mid humeral amputations. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: Emerging Value of Osseointegration for Intuitive Prosthetic Control after Transhumeral Amputations: A Systematic Review by V Tereshenko, R Giorgino, KR Eberlin, IL Valerio, JM Souza, M Alessandri-Bonetti,GM Peretti and OC Aszmann. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/GOXOsseointegratedProstheses   Dr. Vlad Tereshenko is a post doctoral fellow at the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kyle Eberlin is a board certified plastic surgeon at Massachusetts General, Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School as well as being the Section Editor of Peripheral Nerve Surgery for PRS Global Open. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

In this special Resident Review episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Steven Davison and Ms. Eleanor Ball, discuss the rates of revision following cosmetic surgery with and without resident involvement. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: Revision Rates in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery with and without Resident Involvement by Ashley Newman, Antonina R. Caudill, Eleanor Ball and Steven P. Davison. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/RevisionRate Dr. Davison is a triple board-certified facial plastic surgeon and otolaryngology who is in practice in Washington DC and Georgetown University Hospital. Ms. Eleanor Ball is a medical student at George Washington University Your host, Dr. Hatan Mortada a plastic surgery resident at the King Soud University Medical City in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. He is also one of the 2024 Resident Ambassador for PRS Global Open. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Dr. Meredith Collins outlines 20 pearls to optimize the cosmetic outcomes of DIEP flap breast reconstruction. Plastic surgeons have now gone well beyond just being satisfied with a flap that is alive - cosmesis, symmetry and beauty are the new goals of treatment. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: Optimizing Aesthetic Outcomes in Autologous Breast Reconstruction: 20 Pearls for Practice by Lauren M. Sinik, Audrey Le, Henrietta Ehirim and Meredith S. Collins. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/Aesthetic20 Dr. Meredith Collins is a board-certified plastic surgeon and associate professor at the University of Kansas. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery